Houston police are investigating a fatal crash at 8800 Southwest Freeway (U.S. Highway 59 South) about 11:35 p.m. last Friday (May 11).

The identity of the male victim, 33, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.

HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant R. Gonzales and Officer E. Clark reported:

The victim was a passenger in a white Nissan Altima traveling inbound (northbound) on the freeway at the above address.  For unknown reasons, the driver stated the victim exited the vehicle as it was in motion and was then fatally struck by several vehicles.

The female driver of the Nissan was not injured.  She stated she tried to stop the victim from exiting the vehicle.  No charges have been filed at this time as the investigation is continuing.